Which of the following describes the fluid mosaic model of the plasma membrane structure?
A) Phospholipids consist of a polar head and a nonpolar tail made of three fatty acid chains.
B) The phospholipid bilayer is embedded with associated proteins, cholesterol and sugars and has a dynamic arrangement.
C) The plasma membrane is composed of two layers of proteins embedded with lipids.
D) The lipid bilayer is solid at body temperature, thus protecting the cell.

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The fluid mosaic model describes the plasma membrane as a dynamic structure with a phospholipid bilayer embedded with proteins, cholesterol, and carbohydrates, allowing for fluidity and flexibility.

Which of the Following Describes the Fluid Mosaic Model of the Plasma